BACKSTITCH with Judy Martin
The last time Judy Martin and I caught up was about a year ago. At the point in time, she was just starting Your Fragile Life, a quilt project that she just wrapped up in recent weeks. If you haven’t heard our first chat, you can find it in the feed under April 2023. That conversation is one of the most-listened to episodes of all time, and in that chat, called HOW TO HOLD YOUR LIFE IN YOUR HANDS, Judy and I talked about: ① the tole time plays in our work ② how we can meet ourselves in our materials ③ how our creative arc shifts over time
These days, she’s getting ready for her first international solo show at the Festival of Quilts in the UK and so there’s a lot to catch up on. In this conversation, Judy shares her reflections on quilting, caretaking, and the meaningful interactions she has had with different audiences, including a recent visit to her granddaughter's class. She discusses recent projects, like 'Your Fragile Life,' the importance of showing her work, even though showing itself comes with its own demands.
WHY LISTEN TO THIS EPISODE?
In this episode, Judy Martin discusses the surprising time she had recently meeting with a group of young children to talk about quilts, the sensory impact of quilts, and the evolution of her current projects. She also reflects on the importance of exhibiting artwork and how it connects with the core purpose of quilts—providing comfort and care.
REFLECTION PROMPT
Judy mentions the power of care and compassion in both art and life. How can you incorporate more care and understanding into your daily interactions and quilting practice?
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